Monthly Archives: February 2010

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Cashews

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

1 1/2 lbs brussel sprouts, cleaned & quartered 1/2 cup chopped cashews (or any other nut of your choice. I had cashews on hand) Olive oil, enough to coat Sea Salt Black Pepper Preheat oven to 350*. Place quartered brussel … Continue reading →

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Creamy Vegan Asparagus Soup

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

2 cups vegetable broth (I used mushroom) 1/2 cup cashew cream (I used liquid leftover from cashew cream cheese – it has more of an acidic flavor) 1 lb asparagus, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces 1 Tbs olive oil 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Cashew Cheesecake

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

I found a really good vegan cashew cheesecake but I had my doubts as to its ability to stay together without crumbling so I used a recipe with eggs. It was still pretty easy (hardest part was making the cashew … Continue reading →

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Cashew Cream Cheese

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

When one is sensitive to gluten and dairy finding a viable substitute for decent baked goods, and especially such things as cheese cake, can be difficult. Someone on Twitter mentioned cashew cream and cashew cream cheese. I found several recipes … Continue reading →

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Spicy Cabbage Slaw

Posted on February 14, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

4 cups thinly sliced cabbage 1/2 sweet onion, finely diced 1 sweet pepper (I used yellow), thinly sliced 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 3 Tbs mayo 2 Tbs lime juice (more or less to taste) Cayenne pepper to taste salt to … Continue reading →

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Dry-Rubbed Salmon Tacos

Posted on February 14, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon brown sugar Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 6 oz skinless salmon fillets Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing In a small bowl, stir the cumin with the chili powder and … Continue reading →

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Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Posted on February 14, 2010 by Vandy Roadifer

I paid a visit to my parents’ favorite fruit/vegetable stand and even though it’s either late or early in season (depending on what you’re looking for), I found a lot of great produce. Among the things I purchased was a … Continue reading →

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